Why Shriners Children’s?

Shriners Children's is the premier pediatric burn, orthopedic, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and pediatric subspecialties healthcare system. With multiple hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Our mission is to change and improve lives by caring for our patients, conducting research to gain knowledge and develop new treatments, and providing educational opportunities for physicians and other healthcare professionals.

• Ranked top Midsized Employer by Forbes and Statistica Inc. (2025)
• 4 locations ranked on S. News & World Report’s list of Best Children’s Hospitals for pediatric orthopedics
• Winner of 9 Press Ganey Awards for Patient Experience (2025)
• $20 million in annual funding for innovative research in genomics, clinical motional analysis, and other forms of translational research.

About Shriners Children's Las Vegas

Shriners Children’s Las Vegas is a new and growing access point dedicated to expanding world‑class pediatric specialty care in one of the nation’s fastest‑growing communities. Located on Badura Avenue and developed in partnership with Intermountain Health, this site reflects Shriners Children’s long‑term commitment to bringing compassionate, innovative orthopedic and specialty services closer to families who need them. The Las Vegas location will welcome its first patients in 2026, supported by a team that includes a local board‑certified pediatric orthopedic surgeon, expanding medical staff, and full clinical and administrative support. This new presence strengthens Shriners Children’s mission to improve children’s lives and lays the foundation for future growth in the region, including Intermountain’s planned freestanding hospital anticipated in 2030.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options available
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match, 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan, and Defined Contribution Supplemental Retirement Plan
• Generous budget and time off for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• Employer sponsored professional liability coverage
• Relocation assistance
• School Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Basic Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability Insurance provided at no cost
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
• Voluntary Benefits: Long Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness/Accident Insurance, hospital indemnity coverage, identity theft protection, and more.

All employees are eligible to enroll in medical coverage starting on their first day. Other benefit elections may vary based on eligibility and location.

Shriners Children's Las Vegas is seeking a full-time Pediatric Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join our growing pediatric specialty team, providing high‑quality, family‑centered care to children with the full spectrum of orthopedic conditions. This provider will support both surgical and outpatient services, working closely with pediatric orthopedic surgeons and a multidisciplinary care team to deliver seamless, compassionate care.

In this role, you will evaluate and manage patients in the clinic, assist in the operating room, coordinate pre‑ and postoperative care, and support ongoing patient and family education. You’ll care for children with a wide range of musculoskeletal needs, from fractures and sports injuries to complex congenital and neuromuscular conditions, ensuring developmentally appropriate, expert care at every stage.

This position offers a highly desirable schedule with no nights, weekends, holidays, or call expectations, supporting strong work‑life balance while allowing you to focus on meaningful, mission‑driven clinical care. This opportunity is ideal for a clinician who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys working with children and families, and is eager to grow within a specialized pediatric orthopedic practice.

This full‑time position is benefits‑eligible and offers a competitive salary range of $114,254–$171,392. Compensation is determined based on a combination of relevant years of experience and departmental equity

• Conduct comprehensive and age-appropriate health assessments, histories, and physical exams.
• Formulate differential diagnoses and develop care plans in coordination with supervising physicians and the care team.
• Manage care for specialty populations including orthopedic, spinal, craniofacial, burn, and neuromuscular patients.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative evaluations and ongoing management in both inpatient and ambulatory surgical environments.
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging, lab work, and other tests as permitted by licensure and protocol.
• Perform routine procedures and assist in specialty surgical cases within the scope of licensure.
• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions consistent with the scope of practice and Shriners Children’s policies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferences to support coordinated, integrated care.
• Educate patients, caregivers, and staff on disease processes, treatment plans, and home care strategies.
• Document clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient responses using the electronic health record (EHR).
• Support quality improvement, patient safety, and research initiatives as appropriate to the role.
• Provide mentorship or precepting to clinical staff or trainees as assigned.
• Maintain compliance with hospital, state, and federal regulations, including infection control and documentation standards.
• Perform additional duties within the scope of licensure as assigned to support patient care and organizational goals.
• Maintain all professional licensure, certifications, and mandatory training in compliance with state and organizational requirements.
• Maintain accountability for meeting established productivity benchmarks (e.g. wRVUS), quality metrics, and institutional performance standards
• Ensure time is allocated in accordance with assigned clinical, surgical, administrative, and academic expectations.

Education

• Master of Physician Assistant Studies (or equivalent degree) from an accredited Physician Assistant program

Experience

• 2+ years of clinical experience in a pediatric or pediatric specialty setting preferred.
• Experience with pediatric orthopedic, spinal, craniofacial, neuromuscular, burn, general surgery or rehabilitation patient populations preferred

Certification and Licensures

• Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Must possess eligibility for active DEA
• Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required based on clinical assignment
• Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws

Additional Knowledge and Skills

• Strong pediatric assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with pediatric specialty protocols and post-surgical care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with patients, families, and care teams.
• Proficient in EHR systems and clinical documentation.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, family-centered care, and trauma-informed practice.